23 Low-Carb Christmas Recipes
Updated: Apr. 26, 2024
Just because you're eating healthier doesn't mean you can't indulge in classic holiday recipes. Thanks to our spinach dip, breakfast casserole, bacon-wrapped shrimp and more, you get all your favorite Christmas dishes while staying on track. Here are the perfect ways to have your comfort food and eat it too!
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Creamy Parmesan Spinach Bake
My creamy, comforting side dish wonderfully rounds out any holiday dinner. Just a little of this rich casserole goes a long way. —Jennifer Bley, Austin, Texas
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Slow-Cooker Beef Bourguignon
Slow-cooker beef bourguignon simmers all day so you can enjoy a traditional French dinner tonight.
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Christmas Breakfast Casserole
Spicy sausage, herbs and vegetables fill this casserole with hearty flavor. I like to make it for my family's Christmas breakfast or it's also a fabulous Christmas brunch idea! —Debbie Carter, O'Fallon, Illinois
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Ham & Gruyere Mini Quiches
When you make this in muffin cups, each person gets a quiche. I have also doubled the recipe and used jumbo muffin cups; bake about 10 minutes longer. —Gena Stout, Ravenden, Arkansas
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Thyme-Roasted Carrots
Cutting the carrots lengthwise makes this dish look extra pretty. For a little more elegance and color, garnish with sprigs of fresh thyme or parsley. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
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Spinach Dip-Stuffed Mushrooms
I use a melon baller to hollow out the mushroom caps and make them easier to stuff. The apps fit neatly into muffin tins or a deviled egg tray for traveling. —Ashley Pierce, Brantford, Ontario
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Ham 'n' Cheese Omelet Roll
This brunch dish has easy ingredients and an impressive look all rolled into one! I love hosting brunch, and this special omelet roll is one of my very favorite items to prepare and share. A platter of these pretty swirled slices disappears fast. —Nancy Daugherty, Portland, Ohio
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Chicken Mole
If you’re not familiar with chicken mole (pronounced mo-LAY), don’t be afraid of this versatile Mexican sauce. I love sharing this chicken mole recipe because it’s a great one to experiment with. —Darlene Morris, Franklinton, Louisiana
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Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp
I tweaked this bacon-wrapped shrimp recipe to please my family, and boy were they glad! For less heat, skip the jalapenos. —Debbie Cheek, State Road, North Carolina
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Christmas Cauliflower Casserole
This creamy casserole is filled with tender cauliflower and topped with a sprinkling of crispy herb stuffing. It's become one of our favorite Christmas casseroles that appeals to both kids and adults in our family. —Carol Rex, Ocala, Florida
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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Spicy, flavorful and—best of all—easy to make. Buffalo chicken meatballs will be a hit at any party.
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Brussels Sprouts Gratin
If you don't typically enjoy a side of Brussels sprouts at dinnertime, then this recipe will change your mind. It’s creamy, savory and so delicious. —Kevin Lieberman, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Blue Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Peppers
Whenever I put out a plate of these cute little appetizers, people come flocking. Good thing there are lots of peppers in each bag. —Tara Cruz, Kersey, Colorado
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Pork Satay
Cilantro layers on the freshness, while the sesame oil and Thai chili sauce add Asian flavors that pair perfectly with peanut butter. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Walnut-Filled Pillows
These tender cookie pillows, filled with a delicious walnut mixture, are my husband's favorite. He says it wouldn't be Christmas without them. —Nancy Kostrej, Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
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New Orleans-Style Spicy Shrimp
We have family members who attended college in New Orleans. This shrimp captures their favorite flavors from the Big Easy, with the right touches of spice and heat. —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
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Creme de Menthe Cream Puff Tree
A tower of creme de menthe-flavored puffs makes a spectacular centerpiece for your dessert table. Guests will have this sumptuous pyramid deconstructed in no time at all! —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
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Seafood Gumbo
The key to a successful seafood gumbo is threefold: a dark roux, the Cajun "holy trinity" and fresh seafood. You can use any combination of shellfish or fish to make this rich and hearty gumbo recipe.
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Baklava Tartlets
Want a quick treat that's delicious and easy to make? These tartlets will do the trick. You can serve them right away, but they're even better after chilling for about an hour in the refrigerator. —Ashley Eagon, Kettering, Ohio
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Collard Greens with Bacon
These smoky collard greens with bacon prove that leafy greens can pack a lot of flavor. Complete the ode to Southern cuisine by serving them with creamy mac and cheese, fried catfish or honey cornbread.Â
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Antipasto Cups
Turn salami slices into appetizer shells to fill with the veggies and cheese of your choice. —Melissa Obernesser, Utica, New York
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